Ophthalmic Nurse/Ophthalmic Clinical Officer - Kisii at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and training to data collectors, including on-the-job training and coaching
• Ensure the quality of data collection by monitoring field processes, providing feedback, and verifying data accuracy
• Ensure that ethical guidelines, research protocols, and other relevant standards are followed throughout the data collection process
• Support data collectors with logistical matters, including arranging participant interviews and managing resources
• Address and resolve minor issues that arise during data collection
• Maintain communication with the principal investigator and study coordinator, and provide regular updates on the project's progress
• Maintain detailed records of field activities and collected data.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Diploma in nursing or clinical medicine and surgery    Mandatory
• A higher diploma in ophthalmology will be an added advantage    Added Advantage
• Proficiency in computer applications    Mandatory
• Experience in randomized controlled trials    Mandatory
• Experience in coordinating a community eye health programme or clinical research    Mandatory
• Knowledge of research ethics and good clinical practice    Mandatory
• Willingness to live in Kisii County and travel extensively within the area    Mandatory
• Knowledge of REDCap /smartphone-based data collection apps    Mandatory
• Supervisory skills    Mandatory
• Planning skills    Mandatory
• Communication and reporting skills    Mandatory
• Interpersonal skills    Mandatory
• Team player    Mandatory